Hired a full-time Director of Communications – Adeeba Al-Zaman
Presented a kick-off event at Temple University, Civil Rights to Human Rights: From Guantanamo to Abu Ghuraib
Countered specific media images associating Muslims with terrorism locally
Conducted (ing) a 10 part course through multiple (six) educational & interfaith venues: Understanding Islam and Muslims through History and Jurisprudence
Presented Civil Rights seminars to various regional mosque congregations
Worked to ensure all Philadelphia libraries contain CAIR’s Explore Islamic Civilization and Culture collection of materials (24 of 45 are currently filled.)
Utilized the expertise of our attorneys to defend and refer civil rights cases
Co-sponsored the Philadelphia Palestine Film Festival
Co-sponsored a presentation from an independent journalist of Iraq with AFSC
Assisted The Philadelphia Inquirer staff writers in preparing articles related to American-Muslims
Represented American Muslims at the 2nd Annual Interfaith Walk for Peace & Reconciliation
Assisted Temple University’s Sociology Department in studying 1st & 2nd generation American Muslims
Partnered with the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia in presenting the mini-conference entitled “The Veil”
Worked with ACLU and Amnesty International in promoting education and reform of USA PATRIOT Act
Made multiple appearances in the media (e.g. Michael Smerconish Show, Dom Giordano Show, FOX 29 “Good Day Philadelphia”, GEO’s talk show: Jaiyza)
Muslims Walk Against Hunger at 2005 and 2006 Hunger Walk
Led local region in organizing Earthquake Relief clothing drive.
Muslims feed local people in need under “Share Ramadan” campaign.
Launched the “Explore the Life of Muhammad” Campaign. To date, have supported 5 programs under the initiative:
Town Hall Meeting over Cartoon Controversy
2 Screening and Lectures at the FIE
Mosque Open House and Panel Discussion at Muslim Association of Lehigh Valley
Co-Sponsored Haji Noor Deen Arabic Calligraphy and Lecture on Life of Muhammad (PBUH.)
Promoted “Extraordinary Lives of Muslim Women in America” Event at Robin’s Bookstore
Assisted local artist in research and issues of Islamic Sensitivity for new Eastern Penitentiary Exhibit “GTMO”
Developed a positive, working relationship with the Philadelphia Inquirer
Held 2 training sessions for potential instructors of the 10-part course.
Held press conference on understanding on behalf of the local Mosque that was discriminated against by voters. (“Islamic Leaders Issue Call for Interfaith Unity”)
With the Japanese American Citizen’s League, CAIR-Philly marks the internment of Japanese Americans. (Screening of film, “Caught in Between” and panel discussion on current civil liberties issues.)
Co-Sponsored Lecture by Dr. James Zogby at Rosemont College, “Why So Long: Peace in the Middle East.”
Offer a biweekly news service to interested constituents.
Participated in reading aloud a portion of the US Constitution on Constitution Day (Constitution Center)
